Brookdale Monroe, located at 380 Forsgate Drive in Monroe Township, offers different living options for older adults, including assisted living, memory care, independent living, skilled nursing, adult day care, and at-home care. The community runs on a philosophy that puts dignity and self-worth first, with staff giving help 24 hours a day and supporting residents through different stages of aging. People can find a choice of studio apartments, one-bedroom apartments, and studios with dens, each with emergency call systems, private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and optional furnishings, and there are emergency services always available.
The building has places for both privacy and socializing, including a billiards room, library, residents' lounge, common rooms, and outdoor courtyard and patio areas with walking paths, flowers, shade trees, and places to rest. Meals are served in restaurant-style dining rooms with polished wood tables, soft lighting, and patterned carpets, and there are private dining rooms for family gatherings or special occasions. The menu focuses on healthy, nutritious food made with quality ingredients.
Brookdale Monroe welcomes pets and provides parking for residents, transportation for outings and medical appointments, and activities both onsite and offsite, where people can join in social, mental, or physical programs, enjoy spiritual or devotional services, or take part in planned wellness activities. The staff includes nurses on call and on-site, with physical, occupational, and speech therapy available, plus a beautician for personal care.
Memory care is available for people living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, with secure spaces and tailored activity plans to support cognitive needs. For those who need skilled nursing or hospice services, there are options for more advanced care, as well as short-term respite stays when needed. The community remains smoke-free indoors and is designed so people can keep their independence as much as possible, whether in independent or assisted living.
The atmosphere feels friendly and supportive, and the staff seem joyful and kind, trying to make everyone feel welcome. Residents can choose to spend time with friends, try new hobbies, or simply relax in their private rooms with natural light and cozy chairs, with Wi-Fi available throughout the building. There's always a focus on helping people age well, live well, and feel at home, while keeping a sense of safety and purpose. Brookdale Monroe sits in a rural area, giving people the chance to enjoy nature right outside their door.
